Audit & Accounts Manager

Ballards LLP; Droitwich Spa; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000

Job description

Ballards LLP are an award-winning firm of chartered accountants based in Droitwich. With a modern approach to accountancy and a passion for providing excellent client service, Ballards provides a wide range of accountancy services across a variety of sectors.

Due to business growth, we currently have a new opportunity for an Audit & Accounts Manager to join our Corporate team. With a competitive salary, flexible and hybrid working, and a broad benefits package, this role is an integral part of the audit function, which has grown considerably, and has real scope for progression.

The Audit & Accounts Manager will work as part of a wider team and directly with clients; with a large and varied client base - including those in manufacturing, tech, agriculture, and healthcare - the work is diverse, and no day is the same. Clients are generally located within a 50-mile radius of the office, so no extensive travel is required.

About the role:

• Oversee a diverse range of accounts and audit clients for partners, ensuring high-quality service and client satisfaction.
• Engage with clients to plan and schedule audit and account engagements.
• Evaluate draft financial statements, providing insightful notes and commentary for partner discussions.
• Examine audit files and financial statements, offering detailed feedback for RI review.
• Ensure the prompt completion and filing of year-end financial statements and company tax returns.
• Handle billing for your portfolio of clients efficiently.
• Create strong client relationships, responding promptly to requests and maintaining excellent communication.
• Organise and manage advisory and administrative tasks (tax, management consultancy, business advisory, etc.) for clients.
• Enhance portfolio performance by meeting and exceeding department KPIs.
• Play a key role in developing our corporate business stream members by training associates, providing constructive feedback, and coordinating with line managers on trainee performance.
• Assist in managing junior team members, from graduates to qualified seniors, ensuring high motivation and delivering exceptional client work. Maintain and update development plans through regular appraisals.
• Actively support and encourage diversity and equality within our teams, and an inclusive work environment.

About you:

• ACA / ACCA qualified
• Strong communication skills - both verbal and written.
• In-depth audit experience within a varied client base, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and high standards.
• Deliver clear and compelling presentations that communicate complex information effectively to clients and stakeholders.
• Demonstrate the ability to prioritise tasks effectively, managing deadlines and client needs in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• A passion for providing excellent customer service.

About the rewards:

• Hybrid and flexible working.
• 25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays.
• Career progression.
• Electric Car scheme.
• Cycle to Work Scheme.
• Life Assurance.
• Group Personal Pension Plan.
• Flexible Holiday Purchase Scheme.
• Enhanced Family Pay - maternity, paternity, parental, and compassionate leave.
• Employee Assistance Programme - 24/7 confidential helpline as well as online support.
• Highly competitive salary and flexible benefits.